What does Preamble of Semiconductor Controls Effectiveness Act of 2026 do?

This bill requires a report on the impact of US semiconductor export controls on China The report must be submitted by the Assistant Secretary of State for Intelligence and Research The bill was introduced to the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs

What does SHORT TITLE. of Semiconductor Controls Effectiveness Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the Semiconductor Controls Effectiveness Act of 2026

What does SENSE OF CONGRESS. of Semiconductor Controls Effectiveness Act of 2026 do?

This section expresses the sense of Congress regarding United States export controls on semiconductor manufacturing equipment and advanced integrated circuits. Congress believes these export controls are critical for U.S. national security and the competition with the People's Republic of China (PRC) in the field of artificial intelligence. The section emphasizes the need for rigorous, data-driven evaluation of export control efficacy. It acknowledges that export controls on semiconductors to the PRC have impacted the PRC's military modernization, semiconductor industry, and AI development. Congress believes the American public should have access to data and impact analysis regarding the national security, foreign policy, and economic effects of specific export control policies.

What does REPORT ON IMPACT AND EFFECTIVENESS OF SEMICONDUCTOR AND of Semiconductor Controls Effectiveness Act of 2026 do?

This section mandates a report on the impact and effectiveness of U.S. semiconductor export controls on the People's Republic of China (PRC). The report is due within 360 days of the Act's enactment and must be submitted to congressional committees. The report must include a comprehensive inventory of export controls concerning semiconductors and semiconductor manufacturing equipment (SME) destined for the PRC. For each control, the report should detail its description, timing, type (technology, end-use, or end-user), and whether it is unilateral or implemented with international partners. The report requires an analysis of the control's impact on the PRC's military capabilities, integrated circuit development, artificial intelligence, and the revenue/market share of both U.S. and PRC companies. The report must also assess the impact of the control on U.S. technology leadership and global competitiveness. The report should analyze whether foreign availability of comparable items has undermined the control's effectiveness. The report must identify successful and unsuccessful controls, and provide recommendations to bolster cooperation with U.S. industry and improve the export control regime. The Assistant Secretary is required to engage with various stakeholders, including government agencies, private sector entities, and research organizations, to inform the assessment.

What does APPROPRIATE CONGRESSIONAL COMMITTEES DEFINED. of Semiconductor Controls Effectiveness Act of 2026 do?

This section defines the term 'appropriate congressional committees' The term includes committees from the House and Senate

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Semiconductor Controls Effectiveness Act of 2026

Last updated: 4/22/2026 · Introduced: 4/15/2026

Author: Greg Stanton (D-AZ)

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This bill requires the Assistant Secretary of State to produce a report assessing the impact of U.S. semiconductor export controls on China's military capabilities, technological development, and economic landscape.
The report will inventory existing export controls, analyze their effectiveness, and provide recommendations for improving the export control regime and cooperation with U.S. industry.
Congress expresses its belief that rigorous evaluation and transparency regarding the national security, foreign policy, and economic effects of semiconductor export controls are essential.

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